Staff Accountant

Job Summary and Distinguishing Features of the Work

The Staff Accountant reviews and analyzes the financial reporting on a property and fund level basis. This position works under the supervision of the Fund Accounting Vice Presidents.

Minimum Qualifications Required

• Education and Experience: Bachelor’s degree in Accounting from an accredited institution; and One to two years in public accounting or the real estate industry; or Any combination of education, training and experience which provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform the essential functions of the job
• Licenses and Certifications: CPA or CPA track desired

Essential Job Functions

• Reviews operational monthly financial reporting packages for multiple properties
• Maintains and monitors fund cash and prepares reconciliations for fund bank accounts
• Collaborates with various departments including Asset Management and Property Management to communicate the results, findings and recommendations of monthly reviews
• Serves as a liaison between Property Accounting and external auditors, supporting Property Accounting with proper recording of transactions
• Aids in external audits and reviews, including preparation of year-end audit workpapers
• Prepares reconciliations for fund level balance sheet accounts
• Prepares journal entries for fund level activity
• Prepares lender reporting packages and assists in the calculation of certain debt covenants
• Prepares and/or reviews quarterly investor reporting
• Processes invoices for fund level expenses

Knowledge Required

• Financial analysis
• Real estate
• Workpaper preparation
• Audit procedures and processes

Skills

• Excellent planning, organizational and interpersonal skills
• The ability to meet deadlines, accomplish work in order of priority; professionally maintain composure & effectiveness under pressure and changing conditions
• Self-motivation, teamwork and collaboration
• Detail oriented, logical, and methodical approach to problem solving
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office